Cardboard Stratocaster

Ernest Packaging is always looking for new ways to challenge what's possible with corrugated cardboard. This Stratocaster style electric guitar started with a simple question: could a material designed for packaging become the foundation of a real, playable instrument?

Working alongside experienced guitar builders, we transformed engineered cardboard into a guitar that looks, feels, and performs far better than most people would expect. The project showcases how curiosity and thoughtful engineering can uncover new possibilities for materials people think they already know.